Chu Qing came here to carry out a mission and just wanted to raise Xia Xia, but unfortunately this little girl seems to be overly enthusiastic.
In the neighborhood, I have a lot in common with the elderly people who are retired and have a very leisurely life, and who only worry about their children's marriages. I can just squat down and join in the conversation.
They spoke so eloquently that the elderly people willingly nodded in agreement, and even used it as an excuse to go home and scold their children.
Look, even a little kid understands this, but these adults still don't.
"But my dad is also very outstanding."
"I am only outstanding in your eyes."
Chu Qing corrected Xia Xia's words, as he did not want his Xia Xia's well-intentioned actions to cause him trouble.
If it really comes to that, Xiaxia will definitely blame herself again.
"Okay then."
The child, having lost the joy of finding a partner for his father, lay sprawled out in his father's arms, becoming a little lazy bum.
Today, Chu Qing asked her boss for leave and stayed home to clean the house thoroughly.
When Xiaxia woke up in the afternoon, I took him to the supermarket to buy fresh ingredients, planning to cook a delicious dinner to make up for the time I hadn't taken good care of him because I was busy with work recently.
"Daddy, do you think we should comfort the little one who wasn't picked up by you last night?"
Xiaxia was incredibly lively, hopping and skipping on the sidewalk. Her hair, which looked like it had a really nice texture, swayed in the wind.
"Hmm? A little bit."
"Actually, you just need to bring me back, whether it was yesterday or today is fine."
Xiaxia is afraid that his father will not want him. As long as his father wants him, it doesn't matter if it's a little late. At most, he will feel a little disappointed if he doesn't see his father at the agreed time.
"How can I go back on my word? What would you like to eat?"
Chu Qing held his little hand, and her mood was also greatly improved by Xia Xia's positive influence. In the supermarket, she did not stop Xia Xia when she noticed that he wanted to pull her towards the snack aisle.
"You can only eat one mini ice cream, and you can only buy one snack."
"good!"
Being able to buy it was a good thing for Xiaxia. After picking and choosing, she selected her two favorite items and followed her father home contentedly.
After resting at home for a day, Chu Qing still had to go to work as usual the next day. As soon as Chu Qing arrived at the company, she noticed that some people were looking at her in a strange way.
As I passed by, people were whispering behind my back, and every glance that fell on me indicated that it was related to me.
Chu Qing didn't care what others were saying behind her back. She sat down, turned on her computer, and prepared to start working.
Before he even started, someone in his department who he had never gotten along with stood next to his desk.
This person is also considered to have connections, but the connections aren't as strong as those with a superior.
In addition, Chu Qing is truly outstanding, so even if he is dissatisfied with Chu Qing, he doesn't dare to show it too obviously.
Having finally found an excuse, how could I let it slip through my fingers?
"Chu Qing, you're already getting cocky after winning one award. Tell me, how many times did you sleep around to get that award?"
These malicious words made Chu Qing pause slightly on the mouse.
"What do you mean?"
"Someone saw you last night. Xiao Wang was worried you'd been too drunk to get home. So you had other plans? The old man who picked you up, wasn't he one of the organizers of this award?"
At this moment, her boss also walked over. This boss knew about the entire award-winning work, and for a moment, Chu Qing felt that he should say a few words on her behalf.
"Chu Qing, please be mindful of your private life and don't let it affect the company."
These words instantly ignited Chu Qing's anger, and she slammed her hand on the table.
"Why should I care about my private life? If you think there's something fishy going on, go report me to the organizers."
Chu Qing's words made her superior feel embarrassed, and she reprimanded him with a cold face and an exceptionally stern voice:
"Chu Qing, some things don't need to be said too clearly."
The reason the boss dared to say that was because Chu Qing had shown such a good temper in front of them before.
The other person with connections is a bit troublesome to deal with, but this easy target is a breeze.
At most, I'll make it up to him a little later, and then the matter will be over.
After Chu Qing saw through his intention to smooth things over, all the dissatisfaction that had been building up in her heart poured out at this moment.
"Oh? What do you mean you don't need to spell it out?"
"Is it that you're incompetent and only know how to hurl insults without explaining yourself? Or is it that he's trying to oust me and get the award without being able to clarify things?"
"You don't think you can get first place without me, do you?"
Chu Qing not only tore off her boss's face, but also trampled on it.
The people who had originally planned to watch the spectacle had all dispersed, and the place was so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.
The boss's face was so dark it was almost black, and he said through gritted teeth:
"Chu Qing, do you still want to continue working here?"
"Where did I show that I still wanted to do it? Tell me, and I'll change."
After saying this, Chu Qing stood up, packed her things, and walked out.
He's here to work, not to be someone's dog. Whoever wants to do this job can do it; he's not doing it.
Chu Qing made the decision to break ties with this company after careful consideration.
He is no longer the person who had no work experience or impressive academic qualifications. Finding a better job after leaving his previous one is not difficult for him.
While waiting for the bus at the bus stop, Chu Qing called Wei Yutang to tell him that she would be picking up Xia Xia soon.
"Why are you up so early today? Did you take the day off?"
Wei Yutang went to the balcony to answer the phone, making sure to close the door so that his little darling, who was playing with a puzzle on the sofa, wouldn't hear him.
Author's Note:
Xiaxia: Is he my biological father?
Goodnight, everyone~
Chapter 21
Even after falling out with them at the company, Chu Qing remained calm and rationally analyzed the situation, making the choice that was most beneficial to herself.
But now, Wei Yutang's simple words of concern brought tears to his eyes, and he managed to control his emotions before replying:
"I resigned without asking for leave. Are you at the company? I'm coming to pick up Xiaxia now."
"Yes, okay."
Wei Yutang didn't ask any more questions. After Chu Qing hung up the phone, he asked his secretary to say hello, then went into the room to see Xia Xia, who was still working on the puzzle, and sat down next to him.
"Dad quit his job."
Hearing this, Xiaxia, who was just one piece away from completing the puzzle, quickly put the puzzle aside and looked up at her father intently.
"Huh? Dad's calling? Why didn't you call me?"
"I just said I was coming to pick you up."
Wei Yutang held Xia Xia's hand and helped him place the puzzle pieces in their corresponding positions.
"That guy must have bullied my dad again! When I grow up, I'll buy their company and fire him!"
Xiaxia gritted her teeth in anger, leaned back and started thinking that she would definitely have to coax her father properly when she saw him later.
After losing his job, Dad will definitely be very sad. Whenever he is unhappy, he really wants Dad to see through his stubbornness and come over to hug him.
Chu Qing happened to catch the bus at that moment; there weren't many people taking the bus at this time.
After getting on the bus, he found a window seat and took out his phone to check the time.
His phone's screen saver is a picture of Xiaxia, fast asleep and hugging a rabbit doll.
Previously at the company, most married people would use photos of their children as their screensavers, as looking at them when they were tired from work seemed to relieve their fatigue.
When Chu Qing arrived at the Wei Corporation building, a familiar secretary came up to him as soon as he entered and led him to the elevator.
Ever since Xiaxia heard from her father that her dad was coming to visit, she stopped playing with her toys and reading books, and sat there waiting for her dad to come.
Seeing Chu Qing's familiar figure appear at the door, Xia Xia quickly ran over and waited for her father to pick her up, then gave him a quick kiss on the cheek.
"Don't be sad, Dad. Someone as amazing as my dad is just someone they don't have the foresight to recognize!"
"Um."
Chu Qing closed her eyes and gently rubbed against Xia Xia. Wei Yutang, who was watching from the side, went to the tea room to pour Chu Qing a cup of hot coffee.
He bent down and placed it on the coffee table before turning to them and saying:
"Come sit down and let's talk."
Xiaxia could tell that her father was really sad, and she didn't let go of his arms.
In a moment of desperation, he even said it to Wei Yutang's face:
"Dad, it's okay if we don't work anymore. I'll steal your money to support you."
Upon hearing this, Wei Yutang cleared his throat and asked in a low voice:
"Did you have a conflict with your boss?"
"Okay, I'll take Xiaxia back first. Until I find a new job, I won't trouble you to take care of Xiaxia."
Chu Qing now wants to go home more, to process his emotions in a quiet environment where he is all alone. He feels safer in a familiar place.
As Xiaxia was being carried away by her father, she didn't forget to gesture with her hand, as if she were making a money sign.
He originally planned to sneak in behind his father's back, but since his father had already heard him, he decided not to pretend anymore. That's right, he wanted to come and steal his father's money.
When Chu Qing stood up, Wei Yutang almost instinctively took a step to follow her. Although Chu Qing's expression wasn't very obvious, he could still sense the grievance emanating from her.
I wanted to comfort him, but I didn't have that right now, so I had to suppress my impulse.